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PM edition, Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Seven new cases in Canberra, total hits 39

The new cases include two men and five women, and all new cases are linked to recent overseas travel. One of the 39 confirmed cases travelled on the 31 bus from Dickson Interchange to Kaleen on March 17.
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'I am very sorry': Berry sorry for schools confusion

Education Minister Yvette Berry has apologised to Canberra parents after her department circulated incorrect information about status of schools.

Live coronavirus updates for Tuesday, March 24

Live blog: All the COVID-19 news from the capital and around the nation as Australia shifts into shut down mode.

Australia working on a coronavirus preventive

The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute in Melbourne had put forward a proposal for a prophylactic, Health Minister Greg Hunt said.

Open homes, auctions must stop, agents say

As social distancing measures become more strict, real estate agents must no longer hold auctions, the industry's peak body says.

Three prisoners isolated as concern deepens

Three prisoners at Canberra's jail have been isolated with flu-like symptoms as concerns deepen over health and security implications.

Coronavirus supplement extended to students

Social Services Minister Ann Ruston has used her new powers to extend the coronavirus supplement to students and apprentices.

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How P.E with Joe is helping kids stay fit

A fitness guru who is live streaming an exercise class to help children keep fit while they are in isolation received 2.7m views in his first video.

Self-isolation suppers: easy meals at home

While there's plenty no one can explain, I can't understand why we are so freaked out about feeding ourselves, writes Karen Hardy.

Isolation diary: Fear might make us do the right thing

Comment: I'm scared. I'm really scared. This is different from other big events I've experienced, writes Steve Evans.

Coronavirus: Six activities for kids stuck inside

Kids stuck inside? Here are some suggestions to keep them occupied during the territory’s coronavirus shut down.
 
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